LIBRARY

1 April 2003

This report examines the nature, extent and possible causes of torture in police custody in Cambodia during 2001 and 2002. It is hoped that the information in this paper will be used to raise awareness among government officials and the general public to the situation of torture in police custody.

20 March 2003

CHRAC cited the ban on a demonstration demanding the release of law student Ken Sara from prison, and the barring of journalists and human rights workers from the event, as violations of Article 37 of the Constitution.

19 February 2003

CHRAC condemned the killing of Om Radsady, senior advisor to Prince Ranariddh, and noted its chilling effect on the political atmosphere ahead of the national elections in July 2003.

6 February 2003

CHRAC and others expressed regret over the impact of the anti- Thai riots on Cambodia's economy and diplomatic relations. It also noted with concern the effect of the riots on the democratic process before the July 2003 elections.

4 February 2003

Following the anti- Thai riots of January 29th, 2003, CHRAC called on the Cambodian government to release Mom Sonando, Director of Beehive radio. CHRAC emphasized that his arrest was groundless and that proper legal procedures had not been followed.

9 January 2003

CHRAC and others expressed strong support for holding a general election to select the Senate, opposing the idea of appointing the Senate as had been proposed by some parties who cited the government's budget constraints.

1 January 2003

LICADHO plays an active role in promoting the rights of women and gender awareness.

1 January 2003

CAMBOW held a public hearing at which domestic violence victims shared their experiences with key Senators and MPs. CAMBOW also raised several problems in the draft DV law, including a clause allowing a victim to be removed from her home in domestic violence complaints.

1 January 2003

The Human Rights Education office increases awareness and understanding of human rights in Cambodia through its various programs.

1 January 2003

The Children’s Rights Office created innovative networks to monitor communities for worst forms of child labor and trafficking.

1 January 2003

The Monitoring office is at the core of LICADHO's work to promote respect for human right and rule of law in Cambodia.

1 January 2003

The care provided by the Medical office is an essential part of the services LICADHO offers to victims, providing direct treatment, interventions with the public health system, and support for the legal process.

1 January 2003

LICADHO’s Children’s Rights office promotes and defends the rights of children through its networks, monitoring and advocacy activities.

1 January 2003

The Children’s Rights office created innovative educational material and a participatory learning approach to introduce child rights concepts to children as well as adults.

1 January 2003

Scenes from every day life in Cambodia, and the people LICADHO serves.

1 January 2003

Vivid images of human rights work and a developing democracy in action.

1 January 2003

The Project Against Torture assists victims of torture with a comprehensive range of services for their mental and physical rehabilitation. It is the only program of its kind in Cambodia.

26 December 2002

CHRAC called for a transparent investigation into the use of force against community representatives requesting a workshop on forestry management plans. CHRAC also opposed moves by the government to suspend Global Witness' role as Forest Crimes Monitor.

11 December 2002

CHRAC invited supporters of human rights to the trial of Khmer Rouge commander Sam Bith, who ordered an attack on a train carrying foreigners, who were taken hostage and later killed.

9 December 2002

CHRAC stressed the need for an independent, impartial and credible tribunal to try Khmer Rouge leaders following an agreement between the U.N. and the Cambodian government outlining the composition of the Tribunal.